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Hotel Riva del Sole

4.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with restaurant, near Cefalu Beach

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Triple Room, Sea View | Terrace/patio
Front of property
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine, alfresco dining
On the beach
Double or Twin Room, Sea View | Balcony view
Cefalu Beach is just steps away from Hotel Riva del Sole, where you can unwind on the rooftop terrace or explore the charming garden. Savor Mediterranean cuisine at Riva del Sole, indulge in a good book from the library, and take advantage of dry cleaning services and car rentals on site.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Free train station pick-up
  • 24-hour room service
  • Babysitting
  • Business center
  • Airport shuttle
  • Area shuttle
  • Limo/town car service
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk

For families (6)

  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Why we love this property

Sandy beach getaway
Located directly on the beach, this hotel beckons with its sandy shores. Perfect for sunbathing or long walks at the water's edge.
Robe and room service
Every guestroom boasts luxurious bathrobes and 24-hour room service. A minibar awaits inside, while a private balcony beckons outside.

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Camera con letto matrimoniale o 2 letti singoli, vista giardino

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Double or Twin Room, Sea View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Double or Twin Room, Sea View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 30 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Triple Room, Sea View | City view

Triple Room, Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Viale Lungomare G. Giardina, No. 25, Cefalù, PA, 90015

What's nearby

  • Cefalu Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Palazzo Piraino - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cefalu Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Temple of Diana - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Rocca of Cefalu - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Punta Raisi Airport (PMO) - 84 min drive
  • Cefalù Station - 7 min walk
  • Lascari Station - 14 min drive
  • Castelbuono Station - 18 min drive
  • Free train station pick-up
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Ristorante al Gabbiano - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lilie's Club - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Foodda - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Emme Cafè - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Porta Ossuna ristorante pizzeria - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Riva del Sole

Hotel Riva del Sole features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 5-minute walk of Cefalu Beach. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Riva del Sole, which serves Mediterranean cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 28 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Check-out time is 10:30 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
    • Free train station pick-up
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Offsite

    • Area shuttle*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room
  • Conference space

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • On-site car rental
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1966
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Bathrobes and slippers

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • In-room safe
  • Mobile key entry

Special features

Dining

Riva del Sole - This restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 0.00 per person, per night, up to 5 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 2.50 per person, per night, up to 5 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 120 per vehicle (roundtrip)
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for EUR 20.0 per night
  • All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts major credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Eurocard
Cashless transactions are available.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Also known as

Hotel Riva del Sole
Hotel Riva del Sole Cefalu
Riva del Sole Cefalu
Hotel Riva Del Sole Cefalu, Sicily
Riva Del Sole Hotel
Hotel Riva Sole Cefalu
Hotel Riva Sole
Riva Sole Cefalu
Riva Sole
Riva Del Sole Hotel
Hotel Riva Del Sole Cefalu
Hotel Riva del Sole Hotel
Hotel Riva del Sole Cefalù
Hotel Riva del Sole Hotel Cefalù

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Riva del Sole offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Riva del Sole does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Riva del Sole?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Riva del Sole?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Riva del Sole?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 120 per vehicle roundtrip.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Riva del Sole?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10:30 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Hotel Riva del Sole and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, fishing, and hiking. Hotel Riva del Sole also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Riva del Sole?

Yes, Riva del Sole offers alfresco dining and Mediterranean cuisine.

Does Hotel Riva del Sole have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around Hotel Riva del Sole like?

Hotel Riva del Sole is in the heart of Cefalù, a short 7-minute walk from Cefalù Station and 3 minutes' walk from Cefalu Beach.

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Reviews

Hotel Riva del Sole Reviews

8.2

Very Good

9.0

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

8.4

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as good, excellent, and spectacular by multiple guests. (12 reviews)
  • The property's beachfront location offers stunning ocean views and easy access to the beach. (9 reviews)
  • Breakfast was spectacular and there were many dining options nearby. (4 reviews)
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Popular mentions

Location
Service staff
Room
Air conditioning
Beach
Breakfast
Restaurant
Old town
Check-out
Walking

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

nice breakfast and lovely view of the sea from the balcony
Paul, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Loved the location and the fact it was quiet in spite of being on the seafront . Great service too
Barry, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location with the beach across the street.
Alaine A, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location with ocean view. Staff is friendly and helpful. Easy next door parking which can be very challenging in this small busy town. Very good breakfast and food at restaurant on the property. Easy access to the beach. Enjoyed the stay and would come back next time
Victor, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Enjoyed our stay. Beautiful place.
Filomena, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved the location, the room and the staff were amazing! A beautiful place to stay in Cefulo!
Helen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

beach in cefalu is lovely

Great beach-side location; friendly staff; nice breakfast room.
Anthony, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great kindness and very helpful with info and help with luggage
anthony d, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful hotel

We had a wonderful time in Chefalu, lovely sandy beaches and water. Hotel Riva Del Sol, perfectly located close to the beach, clean, friendly staff and a nice Italian breakfast. We were fortunate to get a room with full ocean view which was stunning. I would recommend Riva del Sol to anybody.
Magnus, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good service.
william, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent resort across from the beach. We had an ocean front room which made for excellent nightcaps on the balcony. Staff is amazing. The place could use some renos as it is a little outdated. Well kept and clean. If you are looking for a quiet place this place is not for you as you hear people talking till late. We were very happy with this resort as location was the best. We would definitely recommend and we hope to come back. Thank you Hotel Riva Del Sol for an amazing few days.
Maria Luisa, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

The hotel is close to the beaches, restaurants and shopping areas so it's very convenient. Nice view of the ocean for our hotel room. The wall of the hotel room is quite thin so you can hear your neighbor if they talk or laugh loudly. There is no USB port in the room to charge your phone so it's a bit of a nuisance. Parking at the hotel is small and limted. Otherwise, you have to park in the public parking spot.
DIEM, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Great location with convenient parking. We just stayed in Cefalu for one evening. Property could use updating. We stayed in the beginning of May and the temperature was below May's average, the A/C unit in room was poor. Barely able to cool room off.
Rae Marie, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Air Conditioning didn't work and the staff was so rude to us like we were crazy and wouldn't give us a fan. Fixed it the day we left!
Tana, 3-night trip

4/10 Fair

My family and I stayed at this property for what was supposed to be 4 nights. We booked this property based on its excellent location and it checked all our boxes. After checking in and getting into our room, we soon noticed that there was no air conditioning in our rooms (something EXPEDIA validated that this hotel had). We asked the front desk and they said it was in the process of being fixed. Night time came, and still no AC. We travelled with our infant (5 months) who slept in a diaper and still screamed all night long because of how uncomfortable he was for 2 nights. We felt terrible for our neighbours who I’m sure did not get much sleep either. We once again asked the hotel what the deal was, this time extremely upset, and it was then that they had told us that the AC runs during the day and turns off at night - and there was nothing they could do about it. At this point, after being lied to, we ended up checking out a night early. The staff, minus a select few, are extremely rude and do not hesitate to lie to their guests. This hotel is very cute and authentic but other than the location, I wouldn’t recommend staying here.
Krizia, 4-night trip

2/10 Poor

Great location, decent breakfast, but other than that it’s not worth staying here. There is no air conditioning, but they tell you they will “fix it in 10 minutes”. It wasn’t until our last day they finally stopped lying and told us they turn it off at a certain point in the day. We had a baby with us, and I found this to be extremely disrespectful. The lack of air in the room makes for an extremely smelly room as well. It smelt of mould and was impossible to get rid of the smell. The rooms are quite old so I’m sure it was mould. Also - shame on Expedia for advertising the hotel as having air conditioning. The staff is ATROCIOUS - extremely rude and unaccommodating. I organized an airport transfer well in advance bc we needed a baby seat. We confirmed again the day before checkout that the driver would be there. The morning of our flight we were told we did not confirm (even though it’s in writing) and they had to call an emergency taxi that ended up costing us 60 euros more. They sit there and act dumb when they reaLize they are wrong. Absolutely disgusting!!!!!! There are other hotels along this strip which might be worth checking out, otherwise stay off the beach and take the walk daily. This hotel is a 2 star at MAX.
Kristina, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Trevligt, bra sängar. bra parkering
Gunvor, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Cage da manha e localizacao excelente . Quarto espaçoso. Sugiro vista mar
Andre, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location, the rooms are very clean. Beach view. The breakfast delicious.
Gilda, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Fin flacering

Vidunderlig beliggenhed midt i byen og 10 meter til stranden. Perfekt. Bonus gevinst. Køkkenet havde fin kvalitet.
Peter, 6-night trip

4/10 Fair

Meget gammeldags og trænger i den grad til en update. Alt for dyrt ift tilstand. Man må ikke medbringe mad og drikke på værelset hvilket vi aldrig har været ude for før.
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Flott beliggenhet

Dette er en godt valg for noen detter i Cefalù. Gode senger hyggelige ansatte, og flott beliggenhet.
Tor-Hartvig, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very convenient location.
Philip, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Maravilhosa, super bem localizado, funcionarips muito simpaticos e atenciosos, quarto grande e confortavel, café da manhã bom custo beneficio
Olivia, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place and great for walk around
Carlo E, 1-night trip